3. Job Application

 

3. Job Application

Job application writing involves crafting various documents and responses needed to apply for a job. This typically includes preparing a resume, writing a cover letter, and sometimes filling out application forms or responding to specific questions posed by the employer. Here’s a breakdown of each component:

1.    Resume: A concise document summarizing your work experience, education, skills, and achievements. Key elements of a resume include:

o   Contact Information: Name, phone number, email address, and sometimes a LinkedIn profile.

o   Objective or Summary Statement: A brief statement about your career goals and what you offer to the employer.

o   Work Experience: List of previous jobs, including job titles, company names, locations, and dates of employment. Include bullet points describing your responsibilities and achievements.

o   Education: Details of your educational background, including degrees earned, institutions attended, and graduation dates.

o   Skills: A list of relevant skills, such as technical abilities, languages spoken, or soft skills.

o   Certifications and Awards: Any additional qualifications or recognitions that enhance your candidacy.

2.    Cover Letter: A personalized letter that accompanies your resume, addressing the hiring manager. It should:

o   Introduction: State the position you’re applying for and how you found out about it.

o   Body: Explain why you’re interested in the role and how your skills and experiences make you a good fit. Provide specific examples of your accomplishments.

o   Conclusion: Express your enthusiasm for the position and thank the employer for considering your application. Mention that you look forward to the opportunity to discuss your application in more detail.

3.    Application Forms: Some employers require you to fill out specific forms, either online or on paper. These forms often ask for:

o   Personal details

o   Work history

o   Educational background

o   References

o   Answers to job-specific questions

4.    Additional Documents: Depending on the job, you might need to provide other documents, such as a portfolio of work, writing samples, or transcripts.

Opening Remarks

·      I am writing to apply for the post/job/position of/which I saw advertised in______.

·      I am writing with regard to/ in response to your advertisement_____.

·      I wish to apply for the post of_____ that was published in ______ dated _____.

·      With reference to your advertisement published in _______, I would like to apply for the

post of________.

Reference to qualification and experience

Ø  _________for the last/past year I have been working as_____ since/for

Ø  Regarding my experience and qualifications, I passed the SLC examination in____ from______

Ø  with____

Ø  Since graduating from High School in……, I have gained valuable experience in_____ I worked as_____ for _____years.

Ø  I have considerable experience working as a_____ and enclose the following pertinent

Ø  certification to support my application.

Ø  In concern of your advertised opportunity, I have noted that your position strongly appeals both to my experience and personal goals. My level of eagerness, experience and

interpersonal skills provide an excellent equivalent for the requirements of this position.

Closing Remarks

Ø  I would appreciate a reply at your earliest convenience__________

Ø  Please contact me regarding any queries you may have__________

Ø  If you wish me to attend an interview, I am available at any time__________

Ø  I look forward to hearing from you in due course__________

Ø  I look forward to hearing a positive response from you soon.

Ø  I shall try my best concerning by work to satisfy you and your esteemed institution if I am selected for the post advertised.

Ø  I am available anytime for the oral test and further information required to discuss my

suitability for this position.

Ø  I would appreciate the opportunity to come in for an interview and talk with you further

about my qualifications, _______

Examples:

1. Application for the post of an accountant

Dated: 24th May, 2024

The Manager

Chaudari Group

Kathmandu, Nepal

Dear Sir/Madam

In response to your advertisement in today’s ‘The Himalayan Times’ for an accountant, I would be grateful if you could consider me an applicant for the position.

I passed the BBS examination with Accountancy as one of the major subjects from Nepal college of Commerce, affiliated to Tribhuvan University, in the year 2004. Since then, I have been employed with P&P construction as an accountant. My work has been highly appreciated here but I feel that your organisation can offer me a greater scope for my abilities.

You may refer to my present employer if you wish to make any enquiries regarding my capability, honesty and work. I have every hope that you will condiser my application favourably and call me for an interview where I can give you more details about myself.

Enclosed:

1. CV

2. Copies of certificates and testimonials

Yours faithfully,

Bishal Tamang

 

 

Curriculum Vitae

Name : Bishal Tamang

Address : Sindjupalchok, Melamchi- 11

Date of Birth : January 17th, 1999

Marital Status : Unmarried

Father’s Name : Binod Tamang

Mother’s Name : Binita Tamang

Nationality : Nepali

Academic Qualifications:

B.B.A with Accountancy major

First Division with distinction marks Shanker Dev Campus, Kathmandu

10+2, with Office Practice and Accountancy major

First Division with distinction marks

Little Angles’ College, Lalitpur

SEE, with Accounts and Computer Science major

First Division with distinction marks

Little Angles’ School, Lalitpur

Work Experience : 3 years as an accountant in Chaudhary Group, Sanepa.

Languages : Fluent in English, Nepali and Tamang

Personal Details : Good health

2. An application for the post of secondary level English teacher.

Melamchi Municipality, Sindhupalchok

August 20, 2023

The Principal

Shree Indreshwory Secondary School

Melamchi-11, Sindhupalchok

Sub: An application for the post of Secondary level English teacher.

Dear Sir,

Please find enclosed my CV, which I am forwarding to you as an application for the post of Secondary level English teacher which was advertisement in ‘The Republica’. I believe that my strong technical experience and education will make me very competitive candidate for this position.

I have been teaching as a Secondary level English teacher at Greenfield National School for two years since I completed post graduate from TU in English. As I am guided by the strong enthusiasm to serve my native place, I am determined to serve your institute.

I would be grateful if you kindly provide the opportunity to offer my caliber experience, sincerity and devotion to your institute. My curriculum vitae, testimonials and other documents will tell you about me in detail.

I shall try my best concerning by work if you grant me an opportunity to be a part of your institute.

I am looking forward to getting your favorable response as soon as possible.

Yours Faithfully

Niraj Tamang

3. An application for the post of a shop assistant

Indrawati, Sindhupalchok

January 24, 2024

The Proprietor

Dikshanta Publications

Katmandu, Nepal

Sub: An application for the post of a shop assistant.

Dear Sir,

Through the advertisement published in The Katmandu Post on january 23, 2024, I came to know that your shop is in need of a shop assistant. As I posses required qualification I wish to apply for it.

I passed S.L.C. with 3.89 GPA from Janagjagriti Secondary School in 2079.

After SEE, I joined Jaya Multiple College and passed the grade 11 with 3.65 GPA. At present I am preparing for the exam of 12.

I have got good working knowledge about dealing with customers. A year before I had worked as a shop assistant in Bidhyarthi Pustak Bhandar. I have good command over English and Hindi. I can handle books and customers properly.

I look forward to hearing from you. If I am called for interview, I would be present with original certificates. I would try my best to satisfy the need of your shop and the demand of customers if I am selected.

Yours Faithfully

Milan Tamang

Exercises:

1. Suppose you are Sangita Tamang from Melamchi Municipality, write a job application to the principal of Janajagriti Secondary School for the post of Secondary Level English teacher that has recently fallen vacant.

2. Write an application for the post of an accountant at XYZ Company.